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Like every Fall in the past, suede is in. I saw lots of suede dresses, pants, handbags etc on the Fall 2009 runways. Mix it up a bit and go beyond your basic black suede and instead opt for rich colors like aubergine, burgundy, browns, and deep purples. Gray will still be a hot color…
Purple became the hot color of the season last Fall. This year though, it’s going to be even more popular. I’m seeing a lot of the other shoe trends for Fall 2009 incorporate purple into their design. Since purple is my absolute favorite color and my birthstone (February!), I couldn’t be happier. Think of it……
The strappy leather upper features an adjustable strap with a buckle closure for a snug fit; contrast stitching and antique-brass-tone stud accents add finishing touches. A chunky heel provides feminine height and maintains stability, while a textured rubber sole lends secure grip. These are the perfect Spring and Summer sandal. They are easily dressed up…
I love this Blouson cami in hazy floral. It has a gathered drawstring waist which I love. I got it on sale for $23 back in mid June from victoriassecret.com. Unfortunately, I can’t find it on the website anymore. Must have sold out… I’m wearing it with distressed denim shorts I got at Old Navy…
Rue La La Rue La La is probably my favorite shopping site because I always get good prices, it’s easy to checkout, and they often have brands I am interested in. Only problem is, the more people I get to join, the less chance I have of nabbing items I want in my size! They…
I’m dressing casual today. Comfy gray skinny jeans with a black tank top from Betsey Johnson Intimates. I got it on eBay for $4.25 and I love it! Doesn’t look like sleepwear to me, with the little buttons and all, so I wear it out and about. It must be old though because I can’t…
I never would of thought I would be posting about knit pants and fashion in the same sentence, but look at me go! Apparently knit pants are making a comeback in a big way. Take a look at any Fall 2009 collection on your favorite website and you’ll probably find Ponte Knit pants or Knit…
Congratulations to Saebbe Reidhead for winning the Nimli Giveaway! This week, our giveaway is sponsored by Nimli, a fabulous online marketplace devoted to providing natural, organic, and sustainable lifestyle products while embracing style and aesthetic. Nimli offers clothing, accessories, home décor, beauty products and much more from independent designers who combine their effortless creativity with…
In addition to being eco-friendly, everything is created out of recycled metal. Alex & Ani make it easy to be stylish and earth conscious. They are so lightweight, you can wear a ton of them without feeling weighed down. I love the carefree, boho feel to these great bangles. And it’s really cool that you…
We’re excited to share with you a Shu Uemura Art of Hair sweepstakes, but it’s sorta short notice because your last chance to enter is 11:59 PM EST on June 30th, 2009. Grand Prize: One year’s worth of Shu Uemura Art of Hair products, retail value approximately $1680.00!!! Yikes!! TO ENTER: This Sweepstakes begins at…
A faithful reader here on The Fashionable Housewife recently informed me about a cool new site, www.ShopYourShape.com, where you can actually plug in your measurements and have it Calculate Your Body Shape. While the site is fairly reliable for calculating your measurements and determining your most possible body shape, the outfit suggestions leave a lot…
Urban Decay Lip Gloss What: Urban Decay Pocket Rocket Lip Gloss in “David” Urban Decay’s new Pocket Rocket Lip Gloss is a slim packaged lip gloss with a double-sided cap containing a photo of one of eight hot guys. The best part? With just the flick of your wrist, you can undress them down to…
If you are in search of some Summer wedges that are comfortable, yet stylish and will go with anything from dresses to shorts, then you are in luck because I found the perfect pair for you! Aerosoles Katapult is a tailored leather sandal with real stopping power, featuring wide leather straps and a large silver…
Mary Kate Olsen has a fabulous pair of Balenciaga wedge gladiator sandals that she’s been wearing all Spring! Us gals under 5’4″ need heels every once in a while so the world isn’t always looking down on us… Gladiators with a wedge heels is a great way to wear the stylish shoes we love and…
The biggest trend for spring is YELLOW! And not just any yellow… nice rich yellows like marigold and lemon yellow. Now yellow wasn’t the top color on the Pantone Fashion Color Report for Spring 2009, but it’s definitely the most popular. We took a poll and almost 75% of you voted that you loved the…
Summer is almost here and it’s time to start thinking about losing those extra 5 pounds. Whether it was a combination of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners that did you in, or whether it’s because you can’t resist those donuts at work, we’ve a got 5 super tips that will help you slim down quick so…